Pakistan Issues First Ever License for International Ferry Service Connecting to Iran and GCC Countries
In a landmark step toward improving regional maritime connectivity, Pakistan has issued its first-ever international ferry service license. This historic development paves the way for licensed passenger ferry operations between Pakistan, Iran, and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Bahrain. The license was awarded to Sea Keepers, following a […]
Pakistan, Iran & Iraq Agree on Joint Pilgrim Travel Framework Starting 2026
ISLAMABAD – In a landmark step toward improving the pilgrimage experience, Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced that starting January 1, 2026, Pakistani pilgrims will only be permitted to travel to Iraq through officially registered group organisers. This change comes as part of a trilateral agreement between Pakistan, Iran, and Iraq to streamline pilgrim movement […]
MR. ATIF KHAN BABUKHEL visited IRT Chamber & signed MoU
Atif Khan Babukhel “Focal Person” of China Overseas Port Holding Company (COPHC) on 10 July 2025 visited Head Office at Karachi of International Road Transport IRT Chamber of Pakistan. Mr. Atif Khan Babukhel is Pakistan’s renowned Trade and Industrial Consultant. Since long he is associated with China Overseas Ports Holding Company (COPHC). Mr. Atif Khan […]
Mohmand Dam: Powering a Sustainable Future for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Pakistan
In the heart of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), Pakistan is undertaking one of its most ambitious infrastructure projects in recent decades — the Mohmand Dam. This multi-purpose initiative promises to reshape the region’s water management capabilities, boost agricultural output, and strengthen Pakistan’s energy security through clean, renewable power. Strategic Location on the Swat River The Mohmand […]
Pakistan Launches First Freight Train to Russia via INSTC: A Strategic Shift in Trade and Connectivity
In a historic development poised to redefine regional trade dynamics, Pakistan is set to launch its first freight train to Russia on June 22, 2025, from Lahore. This landmark move officially integrates Pakistan into the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) — a strategic, multimodal trade network linking South Asia to Russia and Europe through Central […]
The AI Takeover of Global Transport: Are We Witnessing a New Industrial Revolution?
The world is shifting gears—and fast. Artificial Intelligence is no longer just a buzzword confined to labs and software—it’s now in the driver’s seat of the world’s trade and transport systems. Imagine fleets of driverless trucks racing across continents, cargo ships navigating oceans with no crew, and ports that unload goods before a human even […]
Patterns of Correlation between Aviation, Education, and Economic Growth in Developing Economies
Article Written by Dr. Wali Mughni (PhD, FRAeS, SBt) Chairman IRTCoP Aviation Chapter. Open PDF file
Advancing CAREC Connectivity: A Strategic Reflection on the 5th CAREC Institute Annual Research Conference
Event: 5th CAREC Institute Annual Research Conference Theme: CAREC Connectivity: A Strategic Reflection on the 5th CAREC Institute Annual Research Conference Dates: May 29–30, 2025Location: Mövenpick Hotel, Islamabad, Pakistan “In this 5th Carec Institute Annual Research Conference, International Road Transport Chamber of Pakistan Participated through Aamir Malik Senior Vice President-IRTCoP” Uniting Economies, Defining Futures The 5th […]
Transports Internationaux Routiers (TIR) vs. Normal Road Transport
In the vast world of logistics and cross-border commerce, road transport plays a pivotal role in moving goods efficiently. But not all road transport is the same. Two key types are Transports Internationaux Routiers (TIR) and normal (or domestic) road transport. Understanding the difference between them is essential for businesses engaged in international trade. What is TIR? Transports […]
Ease of Doing Business for Afghan Transit: FBR Allows Insurance Guarantee
The International Road Transport Chamber of Pakistan (IRTCoP) warmly welcomes the recent initiative by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) through S.R.O. 933(I)/2025, dated 27th May, 2025. This significant step introduces the option of Insurance Guarantee—in addition to Bank Guarantee—for Afghan transit consignments passing through Karachi Ports. Until recently, the Afghan Transit Trade faced operational […]
